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Kent, WA (98042): well depth, water level & drilling cost

✓ 488 Ecology records · King County

116 ftmedian well depth
80 ft–150 fttypical depth range
92 ftmedian static water level
30 gpmmedian yield (35 tests)

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How deep are wells in and around Kent (98042), Washington?

The median drilled well depth in and around Kent (98042) is 116 ft, based on 485 wells with recorded depths in the state Ecology database. Half fall between 80 ft and 150 ft; 90% are shallower than 193 ft.

How much does it cost to drill a well in and around Kent (98042)?

Applying published per-foot rates to the local median depth of 116 ft: drilling and casing alone typically runs $2,900–$7,540; a complete system including pump, pressure tank, and hookup typically runs $6,960–$11,600. Actual quotes depend on site access, geology, and casing requirements.

What is the static water level in and around Kent (98042)?

The median static water level is 92 ft below ground surface (middle half of wells: 41 ft–114 ft), from 35 measurements.

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Drilled depth distribution

0–50 ft 33 50–100 ft 155 100–150 ft 175 150–200 ft 80 200–300 ft 38 300–400 ft 2 400–600 ft 1 600+ ft 1
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Method: medians computed from Ecology records (water wells only — soil/environmental borings and decommissions excluded; depths 0–5,000 ft), grouped by ZIP from the recorded address. Cost estimate applies published per-foot ranges to the local median depth — full methodology & sources.